SH8 Tekapo to Twizel - finally open after double truck crash in icy conditions

Police have been at the scene of two truck crashes near Tekapo in South Canterbury.

A truck and trailer tipped over in icy conditions on State Highway 8 between Tekapo and Twizel at 12.10am.

Police say a short time later a second truck crashed into the trailer that had tipped over at the same location.

SH8 between Twizel and Tekapo is open. Photo / Supplied

One person suffered minor injuries.

The road was closed between Tekapo and Twizel almost all day.

The state highway was reopened late this afternoon, with a warning for motorists to take extra care due to fog and ice while travelling on the route.